HR737: HR737 Billups, Marvin F., Jr.; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Marvin F. Billups Jr. It recounts his more than 21 years working for DeKalb County's Parks and Recreation Department, including time as deputy director and as interim director from 2016 to 2018, where he oversaw programs, policies, grants, and capital improvement projects. The resolution also notes his work with national and regional organizations, including leadership roles with the National Recreation and Park Association, and his service on bodies such as the Maryland State Park Advisory Commission and the Georgia Board of Natural Resources. It formally resolves that the House recognizes and commends him for his service and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution.

• Formally recognizes and commends Marvin F. Billups Jr. for his service to DeKalb County's Parks and Recreation Department.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Billups.
• Creates no changes to Georgia law, funding, or regulations; it is a ceremonial statement by the House.

The resolution directly names and honors Marvin F. Billups Jr. It also references DeKalb County's Parks and Recreation Department and several organizations he has served, but it does not impose any obligations on the public.

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally; it is a formal, symbolic honor from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing one individual's career and community contributions.

• The whereas clauses describe Billups' 21-plus years with DeKalb County's Parks and Recreation Department, including his roles as deputy director and interim director from 2016 to 2018.
• The resolution notes his leadership roles with the National Recreation and Park Association and service on boards such as the Maryland State Park Advisory Commission and the Georgia Board of Natural Resources.
• The resolving clause states the House recognizes and commends Billups for his service and wishes him continued health and happiness.
• A final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Billups.

1. 2025-03-25House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-25House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-25House Hopper (House)

• Viola Davis (D, HD-087)Primary sponsor
• Billy Mitchell (D, HD-088)
• Dar'shun Kendrick (D, HD-095)
• Karla Drenner (D, HD-085)
• Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)

• commendation resolution
• DeKalb County
• parks and recreation
• Georgia House of Representatives